1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Fiat 127
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 127. (70 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 663 kg more than 1977 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 127. (83 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Corvette | 127 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1047 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 30 L |